NAU's own commencement site confirms Spring 2027 ceremonies run May 7-8, 2027, across multiple colleges at the J. Lawrence Walkup Skydome.
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What’s confirmed
NAU’s own commencement site confirms Spring 2027 ceremonies run May 7-8, 2027, at the J. Lawrence Walkup Skydome, with multiple college ceremonies spread across both days — a real, sustained weekend rather than a single afternoon.
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Frequently asked questions
What days is NAU's 2027 Commencement?
May 7-8, 2027, confirmed directly on NAU's own commencement site, with the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences opening Friday morning and additional colleges following through Saturday.
Where is the ceremony held?
The J. Lawrence Walkup Skydome, 1000 S San Francisco St, Flagstaff, AZ — NAU's standing commencement venue.
Does Flagstaff have tourist demand beyond graduation?
Yes — Flagstaff is a year-round gateway to the Grand Canyon and Route 66, keeping its hotel market busy independent of any university event.
Where does everyone stay for the weekend?
See [where to stay](/northern-arizona/where-to-stay) for hotels near campus, or [sold out, now what](/northern-arizona/sold-out-now-what) for Sedona and Prescott.
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